Hello lovely people of Mumsnet
I’m a blogger for a brand protection company and I’m looking for some real-world opinions on buying fake and knock-off toys, for an upcoming post. This includes things like cheaper, knock-off Lego, fake character toys like Minions and Disney characters, even fake Hatchimals and Fidget Spinners… the list is practically endless.
Fake products and the like are big business in China where consumers are typically keen on a bargain, but gradually through shopping sites like Amazon and eBay they’re filtering through to the Western world too.
What I want to know is opinions on purchasing these products - have you bought a fake before, whether intentional or not? Would you go fake to avoid the steep prices of toys despite safety risks (like these dangerous fake Frozen dolls). Also, if you knew that a brand, for example, Lego, had a problem with counterfeits - would it affect your choice to buy Lego products because of concerns?
All feedback is very much appreciated, and if you’d prefer to be named/not be named by username please do say so.
Thanks!
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jbourke · 29/06/2017 17:19
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